USB or PCI?

how random · 11 Jul 2007 at 12:51

I'm moving into a house in a few months with a few friends for our second year at Uni and we have got to get wireless internet. So what do you think is better a USB wireless network adapter or a PCI wireless network card? As i have neither of these and would obviously need to get one.

Also which one would you think is the best for £0-£30?

Thanks,
Scott.

tom_e · 11 Jul 2007 at 12:54

pci should be the better type to get

InsomniaCalls · 11 Jul 2007 at 12:54

I prefer PCI but I got my Parents a ***** USB one from Hong Kong via the 'bay and that works fine. Cost about four quid.

how random · 12 Jul 2007 at 19:23

Sounds like a PCI wireless network card is the best to go for.

Has anyone got any suggestions for what would be the best one to buy, with £30 being the max to spend?

Thanks

Teal · 12 Jul 2007 at 19:36

Best check which wireless router you are using before you buy anything.

how random · 12 Jul 2007 at 20:11

Teal said:
Best check which wireless router you are using before you buy anything.

I think the router that we will be using uses 802.11g. Do you need any more info about it?

I dont really know that much about wireless networking :confused:

Teal · 12 Jul 2007 at 20:27

Can be a good idea to get the card from the same maker as the router.

Not vital by any means, but it can help ensure that they will work well together and support the same security features,

how random · 12 Jul 2007 at 20:39

So is there anything to look out for when looking for a wireless card appart from trying to get one the same make as the router?

Duke · 12 Jul 2007 at 21:55

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=NW-011-NG&groupid=46&catid=116&subcat=220

Something like that will do the job

Indy500 · 12 Jul 2007 at 21:57

Why spend £25 when this is just fine?

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=NW-074-LS&tool=3